2009 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
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2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Pajero | Azera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |